Lead Systems Engineer, Aerospace Power & Propulsion (Hybrid)

Safran; Pitstone; Hybrid; GBP 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Early finish Fridays

Annual bonus

25 days' holiday

Pension and life assurance

Professional development

Onsite facilities

Job summary

Safran Electrical & Power in Pitstone, Buckinghamshire, is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the development of advanced aircraft electrical power generation, distribution and propulsion systems. You will manage the full systems engineering lifecycle from concept through certification and in-service support, collaborating with customers and internal teams.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent stakeholder engagement and experience across the full lifecycle, with knowledge of

Qualifications

• Degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience across full systems engineering lifecycle.
• Experience with aircraft systems or safety-critical products.
• Knowledge of ARP4754 desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead systems engineering work packages and ensure on-time delivery.
• Define and manage system requirements with stakeholders.
• Develop system architectures and perform performance analyses.
• Oversee subsystem development and ensure traceability and verification.
• Lead V&V planning and execution across the lifecycle.
• Provide technical leadership and primary customer interface.

Skills

Systems Thinking

Systems Engineering

MBSE

V&V

Requirements

Continuous Improvement

Systems Architecture

Windchill

Education

Engineering degree

Tools

Windchill

Job description

Safran Electrical & Power in Pitstone, Buckinghamshire, is seeking a Senior Systems Engineer to lead the development of advanced aircraft electrical power generation, distribution and propulsion systems. You will manage the full systems engineering lifecycle from concept through certification and in-service support, collaborating with customers and internal teams.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent stakeholder engagement and experience across the full lifecycle, with knowledge of